AMC offers COVID conscious opportunities to enjoy the outdoors locally, visit many of our lodges and campgrounds, and join virtual events and activities. Participants of all in-person events should bring and wear face coverings, expect social distancing, and changes to our usual practices. To support contact tracing and hands-free signing of the AMC liability waiver, online registration is required for all in person AMC events.
Join us for an easy paddle on the upper Charles River through Natick, Dover, & Sherborn to Rocky Narrows, about 10 miles RT. Much of this stretch is undeveloped, such as Audubon's Broadmoor sanctuary and Peters Reservation. Heron and beaver are often spotted in this section.
Canoes and rec boats are welcome on this trip and expect an easy pace. You must wear a PFD and be capable of maneuvering your boat around obstacles.
Jeff has led sea kayak and ski trips for AMC for many years. His favorite summer activity is camping on Maine islands.
Coleader:
Bill Swanton
Bill Swanton is a four season leader with Boston Chapter Forty Plus Committee and also the chairman of the committee. For a change of pace from the 4000 footers, he often leads trips from the 52 With a View list. In the warmer weather he also lead2 flat water paddling trips.
Kayaking on bucolic Squam Lake just before the fall season. Squam is a gorgeous lake perfect for a fantastic day paddle. Intermediate kayaking skills required for distance and pace. Good opportunity to practice navigation skills as Squam has many islands and coves. 14 foot kayaks or longer, PFD, and basic rescue skills required..
Join the leaders after work for a relaxing kayak on the water exploring nature along the Charles river. Views of Boston with Cormorants, Great Blue herons, Egrets, and even bald Eagles have been spotted along the river. We will meet at Paddle Boston in Kendall Square. Participants must be comfortable on the water. Experienced kayakers only please.
Join the leaders after work for a relaxing kayak exploring nature along the Charles river. Cormorants, Great Blue herons, Egrets, and even bald Eagles have been spotted along the river. We will meet at Paddle Boston in Waltham, a short walk from the Waltham commuter rail stop as well as several MBTA bus stops. Metered parking is available on nearby streets and parking lots. Must be comfortable on the water. Experienced kayakers only please.
Come to our Wednesday evening (4 pm - dark, June 5 - Aug 28) pond socials! These are informal get-togethers at a pond in Concord (near Walden Pond) to practice paddling skills, roll whitewater kayaks and play around.
Everyone is welcome to join us with their own boat! We have WW kayak rentals for $10. You must be able to transport the kayak from the boathouse to the pond and back (approx. 5 miles).
Come to our Wednesday evening (4 pm - dark, June 5 - Aug 28) pond socials! These are informal get-togethers at a pond in Concord (near Walden Pond) to practice paddling skills, roll whitewater kayaks and play around.
Everyone is welcome to join us with their own boat! We have WW kayak rentals for $10. You must be able to transport the kayak from the boathouse to the pond and back (approx. 5 miles).
Come to our Wednesday evening (4 pm - dark, June 5 - Aug 28) pond socials! These are informal get-togethers at a pond in Concord (near Walden Pond) to practice paddling skills, roll whitewater kayaks and play around.
Everyone is welcome to join us with their own boat! We have WW kayak rentals for $10. You must be able to transport the kayak from the boathouse to the pond and back (approx. 5 miles).
Come to our Wednesday evening (4 pm - dark, June 5 - Aug 28) pond socials! These are informal get-togethers at a pond in Concord (near Walden Pond) to practice paddling skills, roll whitewater kayaks and play around.
Everyone is welcome to join us with their own boat! We have WW kayak rentals for $10. You must be able to transport the kayak from the boathouse to the pond and back (approx. 5 miles).
Come to our Wednesday evening (4 pm - dark, June 5 - Aug 28) pond socials! These are informal get-togethers at a pond in Concord (near Walden Pond) to practice paddling skills, roll whitewater kayaks and play around.
Everyone is welcome to join us with their own boat! We have WW kayak rentals for $10. You must be able to transport the kayak from the boathouse to the pond and back (approx. 5 miles).
Come to our Wednesday evening (4 pm - dark, June 5 - Aug 28) pond socials! These are informal get-togethers at a pond in Concord (near Walden Pond) to practice paddling skills, roll whitewater kayaks and play around.
Everyone is welcome to join us with their own boat! We have WW kayak rentals for $10. You must be able to transport the kayak from the boathouse to the pond and back (approx. 5 miles).
